Water / Wastewater Designer

Gannett Fleming TranSystems is committed to creating an inclusive and career-enhancing opportunity for a Professional Civil Engineer with experience in water and wastewater design, public infrastructure, and civil site improvements. We welcome candidates who are passionate about serving communities and are ready to contribute to impactful projects that support both professional and personal growth in a diverse, supportive, and forward-thinking environment. 

As a Water/Wastewater Designer at Gannett Fleming TranSystems, you’ll play a role in shaping infrastructure projects that improve community well-being and resilience—from expanding essential wastewater treatment facilities to designing water distribution systems that ensure safe, reliable access to water. In this role, you’ll be contributing to infrastructure that addresses community needs while promoting environmental sustainability and adherence to regulatory standards. Whether working on regional pipeline installations or complex water systems, your work will directly benefit public health, safety, and quality of life. This position provides a meaningful pathway to broaden your expertise while making a positive and lasting community impact. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning and engineering of water and wastewater projects, creating designs, specifications, and calculations for pipelines and treatment facilities that serve a range of communities.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project timelines, budgets, and quality standards meet or exceed expectations, fostering a collaborative and inclusive approach.
• Provide support and mentor junior engineers and CAD designers, sharing knowledge to enhance their technical skills and career development.
• Maintain Gannett Fleming’s high-quality standards by coordinating closely with regulatory agencies, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged in the project.
• Act as a technical liaison, clearly communicating design concepts, project updates, and recommendations to internal teams.
• Client interaction, presentations and project coordination.
• Development of design plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Oversee construction contract management and observation services
• Preparation of reports and permit applications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• EIT certification or PE license in NY
• 3-5 years of experience in water/wastewater utility design, especially in public works or municipal infrastructure
•  Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit for design and planning
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative and team-oriented mindset
• A proactive and positive approach, committed to integrity, inclusivity, quality, and continuous growth in the water/wastewater sector

At Gannett Fleming, we believe in improving the lives of the people we serve. We believe in innovation and social responsibility. We believe in the diversity of our team and the creative solutions they provide. We believe in embracing change and emerging technologies while maintaining an unmatched standard of quality. We believe in creating an environment where employees can thrive at home and at work. We believe in engaging our employees, building lasting relationships with our clients, and, in turn, making a difference in the world.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance, our tax-deferred 401 (K) savings plan, and the opportunity to incentive compensation for eligible positions. We are committed to your personal growth and professional development, so we offer tuition reimbursement, access to internal and external training programs and support active participation in professional organizations.

Gannett Fleming is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. 

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property of Gannett Fleming

Location: Woodbury, NY; East Brunswick, NJ

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Internal Requisition ID: 2025-11644

Salary Range: $80,000 - $125,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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